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Vogelzang Law: The current state of asbestos litigation

Michelle T. Pawlowski, Litigation Associate Attorney at Vogelzang Law, joins Jon Hansen on Let’s Get Legal to discuss the current state of asbestos litigation, why cases are moving so quickly through the courts, and what makes Illinois so unique for asbestos cases.
1d ago

Navigant Law Group: What taxes most commonly impact estate planning?

Mildred V. Palmer, Founding Partner at Navigant Law Group, joins Jon Hansen on Let’s Get Legal to discuss the two certainties in life: death and taxes. She breaks down the taxes that can impact estate planning, including income, capital gains, estate taxes, and more. For more information, call (847) 253-8800 for a free consultation.
Jul 30

Vogelzang Law: Navigating asbestos and talc claims

Christian Luciano Santiago of Vogelzang Law joins Jon Hansen on Let’s Get Legal to discuss legal representation for individuals affected by asbestos exposure. Listen in as Christian reminds listeners that exposure occurs not only in industrial trades but also through asbestos-contaminated household products like talcum-based baby powders and cosmetics, noting the firm’s recent success in upholding a […]
Jul 25

Busting lawyer myths, what’s legal vs. illegal in the workplace

On this edition of Let’s Get Legal, the duo of Employment Lawyer Patrick Dolan and Criminal Defense Attorney Michael Leonard join Jon Hansen. Michael Leonard debunks common myths about lawyers that people believe to be true based on what they see in movies or TV shows. Patrick Dolan discusses ten things employers do that may seem illegal but actually are […]
Jul 12

Let’s Get Legal: U.S. Attorney Andrew Boutros scolded in court by judge

Criminal Defense Attorney Michael Leonard of Leonard Trial Lawyers joins Jon Hansen to discuss trending news in the legal landscape. Mike also shares his experience attending the hearing of the US Attorney for the Northern District of illinois for a complaint that was filed. For more information about Michael Leonard, visit leonardtriallawyers.com
Jul 12

Employment Lawyer Patrick Dolan: How Illinois law is addressing AI in the workplace

Patrick Dolan, Employment Lawyer at Conti & Dolan, joins Jon Hansen to discuss all things employment law. In a discussion about secretly recording a meeting, salary hours, and age discrimination, Patrick talks about ways to address these issues and more. Plus, how Illinois is addressing AI in the workplace, from hiring processes to monitoring work. To […]
Jun 27

Understanding the federal death penalty with Defense Attorney Michael Leonard

Michael Leonard, Federal Defense Attorney at Leonard Trial Lawyers, joins Jon Hansen on Let’s Get Legal to discuss how the federal death penalty still exists even though Illinois has abolished its state death penalty, Supreme Court gun decisions, and more.
Jun 27

The 1099 blueprint with IRS tax attorney Steven A. Leahy

IRS tax attorney Steven A. Leahy of the Law Office of Steven A. Leahy, PC, with Opem Tax Advocates, joins Let’s Get Legal to discuss estimated taxes, 1099 workers, and answer listener questions. Visit fightbacknow.com or call 312-664-6649 for more information. Stevens book, Fight Back Now – Freedom Through Preparation and 1099 Reporting – A Professional Guide, is available on […]

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Looking at various topics through a legal lens, Let’s Get Legal powered by Illinois State Bar Association leans on local, prominent attorneys and experts to broadcast an entertaining and engaging weekly legal radio show